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Better journeys for passengers on the Cross Country network
Arriva Cross Country to continue to run trains services stretching across Britain under new contract announced today.
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for Transport
New THINK! campaign to improve cyclists’ safety
Cyclists urged to hang back from lorries to cut the number of crashes and improve cycling safety.
More drivers choose ultra low emission vehicles
Figures show record numbers of new ultra low emissions vehicles soaring.
Rescue boat charities to benefit from £1 million government grant
Lifeboat charities encouraged to bid for part of £1 million support fund.
£2 million available for community minibuses
Residents, school and community groups to benefit from minibus fund.
More efficient lorries cut road congestion and improve air quality
Longer lorries mean fewer journeys, less congestion and better air quality.
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We work with our agencies and partners to support the transport network that helps the UK’s businesses and gets people and goods travelling around the country. We plan and invest in transport infrastructure to keep the UK on the move.
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Richard Brown CBE
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